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The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) vision is to be recognised as a leader in providing world-class public transport services and solutions. Western Australia’s public transport system is recognised as the best in Australia and is one of the most efficient, clean and safe networks in the world. Rail transport is vital for our continued success and growth through our many projects including METRONET to meet the public’s needs and expectations. Moving millions of people needs the skill and commitment of a talented workforce.
You will be working in the Division responsible for delivering the METRONETs high value and high complexity major transport projects. As one of the largest single investments in public transport the city has seen, METRONET will help positively change how people live and travel in Perth.
This is an exciting time to join the PTA and help shape the future of Perth’s public transport.
The Role
In this unique role, the incumbent will be responsible for managing the implementation of PTAs engineering assurance framework - specifically safety assurance functions to support the delivery of the projects within the Public Transport Authority (PTA), leading the consultation with key stakeholders and working with the contractors engaged to deliver the project.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Professional qualifications or eligibility that would satisfy the admission requirement for Professional membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia.
- Proven experience in applying technical multi-discipline knowledge on projects.
- Knowledge of, and experience in applying safety assurance to projects.
- Extensive experience in the application of safety assurance and engineering standards and application in rail safety regulatory context (Rail Safety National Law (WA)- Act & Regulations).
- Knowledge of, and preferably experience in applying systems engineering and system safety management to projects.
In addition to the technical requirements, we are looking for suitable applicants who demonstrate leadership skills, with the ability to effectively manage resources including staff, consultants and contractors. The proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders is also essential.
This selection process will initially be used to immediately fill the above full-time vacancy until 30 June 2025, with possible extension and/or permanency. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur for up to 12 months.
The PTA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
What we can offer
- Access to a range of flexible working conditions.
- Training & Development opportunities
- Health & Wellbeing programs including an onsite gym
- Subsidised corporate apparel and spectacles
- An opportunity for key involvement with WA Infrastructure projects which will make a difference in WA for many generations to come!
Further Information
Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for full details about the position, including any special requirements relevant to appointment.
Please contact Mrs. Marieke Van Turnhout, PTA Project Delivery Systems Safety Assurance Manager on (08)9326 5469 for specific information about the role.
For more information about the PTA, please visit www.pta.wa.gov.au.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to provide the following:
- A current CV with two work related referees;
- A written statement addressing the criteria as per the JDF in no more than 2 pages; and
- A completed Integrity and Qualification Consent Form (attached) as all PTA positions are subject to ongoing integrity screening.
Applicants are requested to apply online using the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the top/bottom of the screen. Please note the closing date and time, as no emailed, late or pro forma applications will be accepted.
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